Engineering Program Manager - Camera & Depth

Apple, Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

Retirement benefits

Discounted products

Education reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, California is seeking a Camera & Depth Engineering Program Manager to drive design, development, and integration of camera and depth modules for iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

You will coordinate hardware, optics, software, mechanical engineering, and operations teams to deliver high-quality cameras across Apple’s product line. The role requires leading a multi-disciplinary team, managing schedules and budgets, and communicating status to executives.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering/Physics or related field.
• Coursework and/or internship experience in hardware domains as a program/project manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware engineering team through designing, manufacturing, testing, and validation of camera and depth modules.
• Define and drive the build plan for multiple module integrators, serving as the primary lead during module development.
• Create and maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Collaborate with engineering managers and peer engineering program managers on supervising and maintaining the execution plan and status.

Skills

Program management

Hardware domain

Cross-functional leadership

Education

BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering/Physics

Job description

Engineering Program Manager - Camera & Depth

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

The Hardware Technologies Group is looking for a Camera/Depth Engineering Program Manager (EPM) that will be responsible for driving design, development, and integration of next-generation camera and depth modules into iPhone, iPad, and Mac products. In this highly multi-functional role, you will coordinate efforts of the hardware, optics, software, mechanical engineering, and operations teams to design, manufacture, and integrate high-quality cameras for Apple's entire product line. Are you ready to help us create inspiring products?

Description

Leading an hardware engineering team through designing, manufacturing, testing, and validation of camera and depth modules.Defining and driving the build plan for multiple module integrators, serving as the primary lead during module development, and advocating for the best camera performance throughout the organization.Creating and maintaining project schedules and budgets.Collaborating with engineering managers and peer engineering program managers on supervising and maintaining the execution plan and status, through personal connections, processes, and tools.Navigating interpersonal conflicts and bringing people together.Responsible for delivering depth and camera modules on schedule, facilitating risk management, and communicating status and issues to the development team and Apple executives.Facilitating effective communication and transparency between the cooperating cross-functional teams.Understanding technical issues and driving them to closure by bringing key stakeholders for decision-making.Demonstrated experience leveraging AI tools and technologies to enhance program management efficiency, data analysis, and decision-making.Ability to travel internationally required.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering/Physics or related field.
• Coursework and/or internship experience in hardware domains as a program/project manager.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
• Coursework and/or internship experience in optics and lens design
• Coursework and/or internship experience in camera module design, development, or project management
• Coursework and/or internship experience in mobile phone system design, system integration, or manufacturing
• Coursework and/or internship experience with mass-production consumer electronics, supply chain, and test processes
• Coursework and/or internship experience working with international OEM/ODM partners, vendors, or in a multinational development environment
• Exceptional listening, presentation, and communication skills
• Self-motivated and hardworking, with strong creative and critical thinking abilities
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and encourage team members
• Highly organized, with the ability to create high-quality plans and status reports
• Skilled at filtering and distilling relevant information for the appropriate audience
• Genuine passion and know-how for photography, digital imaging, and consumer products

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $59.49 and $89.84/hr, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

You’ll also receive benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Retirement benefits
• a range of discounted products and free services
• reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition

Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here - in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.